NBA Power Rankings: State of the Association

Mar 27, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) looks towards forward Kevin Love (0) against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Barclays Center. The Nets defeated the Cavaliers 106 - 98. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports /

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Mar 25, 2015; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) and guard Victor Oladipo (5) high five after he made a basket in the act of getting fouled against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at Amway Center. Atlanta Hawks defeated the Orlando Magic 95-83. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Orlando Magic. 26. team. 38. The Orlando Magic have the roster to be one of the better defensive teams in the NBA. Unfortunately, the Magic haven’t been able to put it together for anything close to a sustained period of quality play. They’re No. 25 in scoring defense and No. 26 in defensive efficiency. That’s surprising considering the defense is led by the backcourt tandem of Victor Oladipo and Elfrid Payton. Fortunately, Orlando’s future is as bright as any team in the Eastern Conference with those two developing alongside one another. Unfortunately, what should’ve been a breakout season has turned into yet another underwhelming showing from Orlando.. (22-52). Previous:

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